1996 Opel Astra vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Astra | Renown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
